John Ridley Talks About What Drew Him To Mystery Marvel ABC Show

While Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is possibly getting a spin-off with Marvel’s Most Wanted in development featuring Mockingbird and Lance Hunter, there is another ABC Marvel show in the makings. But still up until this today, we have no idea what the mystery show is as ABC and Marvel haven’t said a word other than that American Crime’s John Ridley is the man behind the series. Recently Collider spoke with Ridley and asked what drew him to wanting to make a Marvel series and this is what he said.

“I grew up reading graphic novels, which back then were comic books. I’ve written some. I have kids who, with as much social impact that American Crime or 12 Year A Slavehas, they could not care less. They’re just at that age. Back in the day, when I was growing up with things likeStar Warsand Superman, they were quality work. We’ve seen really good things that are based on these fantastic universes. And I can’t talk much, at all, about it, but when Marvel and ABC approached me about the project, it felt like a good fit. Look at Jessica Jonesand what they’re doing. It’s quality stuff. So, I hope and believe that, if we have the opportunity to do it, it will be done with quality. Because it is something that people maybe go, “Why would John do that?,” I love American Crimeand I love what it’s about, but it’s a hard show. It’s not just about, did we get it right? Are people going to like this? This year, we had a lot of technical advisors.

The interview in Episode 2, with Taylor talking to the sexual assault nurse, is a real sexual assault nurse, really walking him through what a real examination would be like. In Episode 4, the young man doing the spoken word piece is a real survivor of assault. There is a real blend this year between the narrative and the reality, and there were days when you’d feel good about what you did, in terms of television, and that maybe you’re giving a voice and perspective, but it’s very, very tough. So, the days where you can go off and do something that’s going to be tough to execute but that’s fun are great. The other pilot that I’m doing for ABC, Presence, is fun. Like everybody, I’ve got a lot of moods and I want to service them. And I want to service other audiences. American Crimeis not for everybody. I acknowledge that, and that’s okay. I’d like to find something else that maybe is not quite for an American Crimeaudience, but is for some other folks who want to have other experiences when they’re digesting entertainment.”

What do you think this mystery Marvel show is? Let us know in the comments below! If you are a fan of American Crime, then make sure to tune in for the season two premiere on Wednesday, January 6 at 10/9c on ABC.